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Cinterion® ALS6A-E Hardware Interface Overview Contents36ALS6A-E_HIO_H_v01.270a 2015-03-10Confidential / ReleasedPage 3 of 36Contents0 Document History ....................................................................................................... 61 Introduction ................................................................................................................. 71.1 Supported Products ........................................................................................... 71.2 Related Documents ........................................................................................... 71.3 Terms and Abbreviations................................................................................... 71.4 Regulatory and Type Approval Information ..................................................... 101.4.1 Directives and Standards.................................................................... 101.4.2 SAR requirements specific to portable mobiles .................................. 131.4.3 SELV Requirements ........................................................................... 141.4.4 Safety Precautions.............................................................................. 142 Product Concept ....................................................................................................... 152.1 Key Features at a Glance ................................................................................ 152.2 ALS6A-E System Overview ............................................................................. 183 Application Interface................................................................................................. 193.1 Operating Modes ............................................................................................. 203.2 Power Supply................................................................................................... 213.3 USB Interface................................................................................................... 223.4 UICC/SIM/USIM Interface................................................................................ 233.5 Pulse Code Modulation Interface (PCM) ......................................................... 253.6 Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC)................................................................... 253.7 GPIO Interface................................................................................................. 254 Antenna Interfaces.................................................................................................... 264.1 GSM/UMTS/LTE Antenna Interface................................................................. 264.1.1 Antenna Installation ............................................................................ 275 Mechanics, Mounting and Packaging ..................................................................... 285.1 Mechanical Dimensions of ALS6A-E ............................................................... 286 Sample Application................................................................................................... 307 Reference Approval .................................................................................................. 327.1 Reference Equipment for Type Approval......................................................... 327.2 Compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations................................................. 338 Appendix.................................................................................................................... 348.1 List of Parts and Accessories........................................................................... 34
Cinterion® ALS6A-E Hardware Interface Overview Tables36ALS6A-E_HIO_H_v01.270a 2015-03-10Confidential / ReleasedPage 4 of 36TablesTable 1: Directives ....................................................................................................... 10Table 2: Standards of North American type approval .................................................. 10Table 3: Standards of European type approval............................................................ 10Table 4: Requirements of quality ................................................................................. 11Table 5: Standards of the Ministry of Information Industry of the People’s Republic of China............................................................................ 12Table 6: Toxic or hazardous substances or elements with defined concentration limits................................................................................................................ 12Table 7: Overview of operating modes ........................................................................ 20Table 8: Signals of the SIM interface (SMT application interface) ............................... 23Table 9: Return loss in the active band........................................................................ 26Table 10: List of parts and accessories.......................................................................... 34Table 11: Molex sales contacts (subject to change) ...................................................... 35Table 12: Hirose sales contacts (subject to change) ..................................................... 35
Cinterion® ALS6A-E Hardware Interface Overview Figures36ALS6A-E_HIO_H_v01.270a 2015-03-10Confidential / ReleasedPage 5 of 36FiguresFigure 1: ALS6A-E system overview............................................................................. 18Figure 2: USB circuit ..................................................................................................... 22Figure 3: UICC/SIM/USIM interface .............................................................................. 24Figure 4: ALS6A-E – top and bottom view .................................................................... 28Figure 5: Dimensions of ALS6A-E (all dimensions in mm)............................................ 29Figure 6: ALS6A-E sample application.......................................................................... 31Figure 7: Reference equipment for type approval......................................................... 32
Cinterion® ALS6A-E Hardware Interface Overview0 Document History6ALS6A-E_HIO_H_v01.270a 2015-03-10Confidential / ReleasedPage 6 of 360 Document HistoryNew document: "ALS6A-E Hardware Interface Overview" Version 01.270aChapter What is new-- Initial document setup.
Cinterion® ALS6A-E Hardware Interface Overview1 Introduction14ALS6A-E_HIO_H_v01.270a 2015-03-10Confidential / ReleasedPage 7 of 361 IntroductionThe document1 describes the hardware of the Cinterion® ALS6A-E module, designed to con-nect to a cellular device application and the air interface. It helps you quickly retrieve interface specifications, electrical and mechanical details and information on the requirements to be con-sidered for integrating further components.1.1 Supported ProductsThis document applies to the following Gemalto M2M products:•Cinterion® ALS6A-E module1.2 Related Documents[1] AT Command Set for your Gemalto M2M product[2] Release Notes for your Gemalto M2M product[3] Application Note 48: SMT Module Integration[4] Universal Serial Bus Specification Revision 2.0, April 27, 20001.3 Terms and Abbreviations1. The document is effective only if listed in the appropriate Release Notes as part of the technicaldocumentation delivered with your Gemalto M2M product.Abbreviation DescriptionANSI American National Standards InstituteARP Antenna Reference PointCE Conformité Européene (European Conformity)CS Coding SchemeCS Circuit SwitchedCSD Circuit Switched DataDCS Digital Cellular SystemDL Downloaddnu Do not useDRX Discontinuous ReceptionDSB Development Support BoardDTX Discontinuous TransmissionEDGE Enhanced Data rates for GSM EvolutionEGSM Extended GSM
Cinterion® ALS6A-E Hardware Interface Overview1.3 Terms and Abbreviations14ALS6A-E_HIO_H_v01.270a 2015-03-10Confidential / ReleasedPage 8 of 36EMC Electromagnetic CompatibilityESD Electrostatic DischargeETS European Telecommunication StandardETSI European Telecommunications Standards InstituteFCC Federal Communications Commission (U.S.)FDD Frequency Division DuplexGPRS General Packet Radio ServiceGSM Global Standard for Mobile CommunicationsHiZ High ImpedanceHSDPA High Speed Downlink Packet AccessI/O Input/OutputIMEI International Mobile Equipment IdentityISO International Standards OrganizationITU International Telecommunications Unionkbps kbits per secondLED Light Emitting DiodeLGA Land Grid ArrayLTE Long term evolutionMBB Moisture barrier bagMbps Mbits per secondMCS Modulation and Coding SchemeMIMO Multiple Input Multiple OutputMLCC Multi Layer Ceramic CapacitorMO Mobile OriginatedMS Mobile Station, also referred to as TEMSL Moisture Sensitivity LevelMT Mobile Terminatednc Not connectedNTC Negative Temperature CoefficientPCB Printed Circuit BoardPCL Power Control LevelPCS Personal Communication System, also referred to as GSM 1900PD Pull Down resistorPDU Protocol Data UnitPS Packet SwitchedPSK Phase Shift KeyingAbbreviation Description
Cinterion® ALS6A-E Hardware Interface Overview1.3 Terms and Abbreviations14ALS6A-E_HIO_H_v01.270a 2015-03-10Confidential / ReleasedPage 9 of 36PU Pull Up resistorQAM Quadrature Amplitude ModulationR&TTE Radio and Telecommunication Terminal EquipmentRF Radio Frequencyrfu Reserved for future useROPR Radio Output Power ReductionRTC Real Time ClockRx Receive DirectionSAR Specific Absorption RateSELV Safety Extra Low VoltageSIM Subscriber Identification ModuleSMD Surface Mount DeviceSMS Short Message ServiceSMT Surface Mount TechnologySRAM Static Random Access MemorySRB Signalling Radio BearerTE Terminal EquipmentTPC Transmit Power ControlTS Technical SpecificationTx Transmit DirectionUL UploadUMTS Universal Mobile Telecommunications SystemURC Unsolicited Result CodeUSB Universal Serial BusUICC USIM Integrated Circuit CardUSIM UMTS Subscriber Identification ModuleWCDMA Wideband Code Division Multiple AccessAbbreviation Description
Cinterion® ALS6A-E Hardware Interface Overview1.4 Regulatory and Type Approval Information14ALS6A-E_HIO_H_v01.270a 2015-03-10Confidential / ReleasedPage 10 of 361.4 Regulatory and Type Approval Information1.4.1 Directives and StandardsALS6A-E has been designed to comply with the directives and standards listed below.It is the responsibility of the application manufacturer to ensure compliance of the final product with all provisions of the applicable directives and standards as well as with the technical spec-ifications provided in the "ALS6A-E Hardware Interface Description".Table 1: Directives99/05/EC Directive of the European Parliament and of the council of 9 March 1999 on radio equipment and telecommunications terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity (in short referred to as R&TTE Direc-tive 1999/5/EC).The product is labeled with the CE conformity mark ECE-R 10 Economic Commission for Europe (ECE) Regulation No. 10: Uniform pro-visions concerning the approval of vehicles with regard to electromagnetic compatibility2002/95/EC (RoHS 1)2011/65/EC (RoHS 2) Directive of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 January 2003 (and revised on 8 June 2011) on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS)Table 2: Standards of North American type approvalCFR Title 47 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 27; US Equipment Authorization FCCOET Bulletin 65(Edition 97-01) Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio-frequency Electromagnetic FieldsTable 3: Standards of European type approval3GPP TS 51.010-1 Digital cellular telecommunications system (Release 7); Mobile Station (MS) conformance specification;ETSI EN 301 511 V9.0.2 Global System for Mobile communications (GSM); Harmonized standard for mobile stations in the GSM 900 and DCS 1800 bands covering essential requirements under article 3.2 of the R&TTE directive (1999/5/EC)GCF-CC V3.48 Global Certification Forum - Certification CriteriaETSI EN 301 489-01 V1.9.1 Electromagnetic Compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); Electro-magnetic Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; Part 1: Common Technical RequirementsETSI EN 301 489-07 V1.3.1 Electromagnetic Compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); Electro-magnetic Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; Part 7: Specific conditions for mobile and portable radio and ancillary equip-ment of digital cellular radio telecommunications systems (GSM and DCS)ETSI EN 301 489-24 V1.5.1 Electromagnetic Compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); Electro-magnetic Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; Part 24: Specific conditions for IMT-2000 CDMA Direct Spread (UTRA) for Mobile and portable (UE) radio and ancillary equipment
Cinterion® ALS6A-E Hardware Interface Overview1.4 Regulatory and Type Approval Information14ALS6A-E_HIO_H_v01.270a 2015-03-10Confidential / ReleasedPage 11 of 36EN 301 908-01 V5.2.1 Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); Base Stations (BS) and User Equipment (UE) for IMT-2000 Third Generation cel-lular networks; Part 1: Harmonized EN for IMT-2000, introduction and com-mon requirements of article 3.2 of the R&TTE DirectiveEN 301 908-02 V5.2.1 Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); Base Stations (BS) and User Equipment (UE) for IMT-2000 Third Generation cel-lular networks; Part 2: Harmonized EN for IMT-2000, CDMA Direct Spread (UTRA FDD) (UE) covering essential requirements of article 3.2 of the R&TTE DirectiveEN 301 908-13 V5.2.1 IMT cellular networks; Harmonized EN covering the essential requirements of article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive; Part 13: Evolved Universal Terrestrial Radio Access (E-UTRA) User Equipment (UE)EN 300 440-02 V1.3.1 Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); Short range devices; Radio equipment to be used in the 1 GHz to 40 GHz fre-quency range; Part 2: Harmonized EN covering essential requirements of article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive EN 62311:2008 Assessment of electronic and electrical equipment related to human expo-sure restrictions for electromagnetic fields (0 Hz - 300 GHz)IEC/EN 60950-1:2006+A11:2009+A1:2010+A12:2011Safety of information technology equipmentTable 4: Requirements of qualityIEC 60068 Environmental testingDIN EN 60529 IP codesTable 3: Standards of European type approval
Cinterion® ALS6A-E Hardware Interface Overview1.4 Regulatory and Type Approval Information14ALS6A-E_HIO_H_v01.270a 2015-03-10Confidential / ReleasedPage 12 of 36Table 6: Toxic or hazardous substances or elements with defined concentration limitsTable 5: Standards of the Ministry of Information Industry of the People’s Republic of ChinaSJ/T 11363-2006 “Requirements for Concentration Limits for Certain Hazardous Substances in Electronic Information Products” (2006-06).SJ/T 11364-2006 “Marking for Control of Pollution Caused by Electronic Information Products” (2006-06).According to the “Chinese Administration on the Control of Pollution caused by Electronic Information Products” (ACPEIP) the EPUP, i.e., Environmental Protection Use Period, of this product is 20 years as per the symbol shown here, unless otherwise marked. The EPUP is valid only as long as the product is operated within the operating limits described in the Hardware Interface Description.Please see Table 6 for an overview of toxic or hazardous substances or ele-ments that might be contained in product parts in concentrations above the limits defined by SJ/T 11363-2006.
Cinterion® ALS6A-E Hardware Interface Overview1.4 Regulatory and Type Approval Information14ALS6A-E_HIO_H_v01.270a 2015-03-10Confidential / ReleasedPage 13 of 361.4.2 SAR requirements specific to portable mobilesMobile phones, PDAs or other portable transmitters and receivers incorporating a GSM module must be in accordance with the guidelines for human exposure to radio frequency energy. This requires the Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) of portable ALS6A-E based applications to be evaluated and approved for compliance with national and/or international regulations. Since the SAR value varies significantly with the individual product design manufacturers are advised to submit their product for approval if designed for portable use. For US and European markets the relevant directives are mentioned below. It is the responsibility of the manufacturer of the final product to verify whether or not further standards, recommendations or directives are in force outside these areas. Products intended for sale on US marketsES 59005/ANSI C95.1 Considerations for evaluation of human exposure to electromagneticfields (EMFs) from mobile telecommunication equipment (MTE) in thefrequency range 30MHz - 6GHz Products intended for sale on European marketsEN 50360 Product standard to demonstrate the compliance of mobile phones withthe basic restrictions related to human exposure to electromagneticfields (300MHz - 3GHz)IMPORTANT:Manufacturers of portable applications based on ALS6A-E modules are required to have their final product certified and apply for their own FCC Grant related to the specific portable mobile.
Cinterion® ALS6A-E Hardware Interface Overview1.4 Regulatory and Type Approval Information14ALS6A-E_HIO_H_v01.270a 2015-03-10Confidential / ReleasedPage 14 of 361.4.3 SELV RequirementsThe power supply connected to the ALS6A-E module shall be in compliance with the SELV re-quirements defined in EN 60950-1.1.4.4 Safety PrecautionsThe following safety precautions must be observed during all phases of the operation, usage, service or repair of any cellular terminal or mobile incorporating ALS6A-E. Manufacturers of the cellular terminal are advised to convey the following safety information to users and operating personnel and to incorporate these guidelines into all manuals supplied with the product. Fail-ure to comply with these precautions violates safety standards of design, manufacture and in-tended use of the product. Gemalto M2M assumes no liability for customer’s failure to comply with these precautions.When in a hospital or other health care facility, observe the restrictions on the use of mobiles. Switch the cellular terminal or mobile off, if instructed to do so by the guide-lines posted in sensitive areas. Medical equipment may be sensitive to RF energy.The operation of cardiac pacemakers, other implanted medical equipment and hearing aids can be affected by interference from cellular terminals or mobiles placed close to the device. If in doubt about potential danger, contact the physician or the manufac-turer of the device to verify that the equipment is properly shielded. Pacemaker patients are advised to keep their hand-held mobile away from the pacemaker, while it is on. Switch off the cellular terminal or mobile before boarding an aircraft. Make sure it can-not be switched on inadvertently. The operation of wireless appliances in an aircraft is forbidden to prevent interference with communications systems. Failure to observe these instructions may lead to the suspension or denial of cellular services to the offender, legal action, or both.Do not operate the cellular terminal or mobile in the presence of flammable gases or fumes. Switch off the cellular terminal when you are near petrol stations, fuel depots, chemical plants or where blasting operations are in progress. Operation of any electri-cal equipment in potentially explosive atmospheres can constitute a safety hazard.Your cellular terminal or mobile receives and transmits radio frequency energy while switched on. Remember that interference can occur if it is used close to TV sets, radios, computers or inadequately shielded equipment. Follow any special regulations and always switch off the cellular terminal or mobile wherever forbidden, or when you suspect that it may cause interference or danger.IMPORTANT!Cellular terminals or mobiles operate using radio signals and cellular networks. Because of this, connection cannot be guaranteed at all times under all conditions. Therefore, you should never rely solely upon any wireless device for essential com-munications, for example emergency calls. Remember, in order to make or receive calls, the cellular terminal or mobile must be switched on and in a service area with adequate cellular signal strength.Some networks do not allow for emergency calls if certain network services or phone features are in use (e.g. lock functions, fixed dialing etc.). You may need to deactivate those features before you can make an emergency call.Some networks require that a valid SIM card be properly inserted in the cellular termi-nal or mobile.
Cinterion® ALS6A-E Hardware Interface Overview2 Product Concept18ALS6A-E_HIO_H_v01.270a 2015-03-10Confidential / ReleasedPage 15 of 362 Product Concept2.1 Key Features at a GlanceFeature ImplementationGeneralFrequency bands GSM/GPRS/EDGE: Dual band, 900/1800MHzUMTS/HSPA+: Triple band, 900 (BdVIII) / 1800 (BdIII) / 2100MHz (BdI)LTE: band, 800 (Bd20) / 900 (Bd8) / 1800 (Bd3) / 2600MHz (Bd7)GSM class Small MSOutput power (according to Release 99) Class 4 (+33dBm ±2dB) for EGSM900Class 1 (+30dBm ±2dB) for GSM1800Class E2 (+27dBm ± 3dB) for GSM 900 8-PSKClass E2 (+26dBm +3 /-4dB) for GSM 1800 8-PSKClass 3 (+24dBm +1/-3dB) for UMTS 2100, WCDMA FDD BdIClass 3 (+24dBm +1/-3dB) for UMTS 1800, WCDMA FDD BdIIIClass 3 (+24dBm +1/-3dB) for UMTS 900, WCDMA FDD BdVIIIOutput power (according to Release 8) Class 3 (+23dBm +-2dB) for LTE 2600, LTE FDD Bd7Class 3 (+23dBm +-2dB) for LTE 1800, LTE FDD Bd3Class 3 (+23dBm +-2dB) for LTE 900, LTE FDD Bd8Class 3 (+23dBm +-2dB) for LTE 800, LTE FDD Bd20Power supply 3.3V < VBATT+ < 4.2VOperating temperature (board temperature) Normal operation: -30°C to +85°CRestricted operation: -40°C to +95°CPhysical Dimensions: 33mm x 29mm x 2.2mmWeight: approx. 4.5gRoHS All hardware components fully compliant with EU RoHS DirectiveLTE features3GPP Release 9 UE CAT 3 supportedDL 100Mbps, UL 50Mbps2x2 MIMO in DL directionHSPA features3GPP Release 8 UE CAT. 14, 24DC-HSPA+ – DL 42MbpsHSUPA – UL 5.76Mbps Compressed mode (CM) supported according to 3GPP TS25.212UMTS features3GPP Release 8 PS data rate – 384 kbps DL / 384 kbps UL
Cinterion® ALS6A-E Hardware Interface Overview2.1 Key Features at a Glance18ALS6A-E_HIO_H_v01.270a 2015-03-10Confidential / ReleasedPage 16 of 36GSM / GPRS / EGPRS featuresData transfer GPRS:• Multislot Class 12• Mobile Station Class B• Coding Scheme 1 – 4EGPRS:• Multislot Class 12• EDGE E2 power class for 8 PSK• Downlink coding schemes – CS 1-4, MCS 1-9• Uplink coding schemes – CS 1-4, MCS 1-9• SRB loopback and test mode B• 8-bit, 11-bit RACH• 1 phase/2 phase access procedures• Link adaptation and IR• NACC, extended UL TBF• Mobile Station Class BSMS Point-to-point MT and MOCell broadcastText and PDU modeSoftwareAT commands Hayes, 3GPP TS 27.007 and 27.005, and proprietary Gemalto M2M com-mandsFirmware update Generic update from host application over USB InterfacesModule interface Surface mount device with solderable connection pads (SMT application interface).Land grid array (LGA) technology ensures high solder joint reliability and provides the possibility to use an optional module mounting socket.For more information on how to integrate SMT modules see also [3]. This application note comprises chapters on module mounting and application layout issues as well as on additional SMT application development equipment.Antenna 50. GSM/UMTS/LTE main antenna, UMTS/LTE Diversity/MIMO antennaUSB USB 2.0 High Speed (480Mbit/s) device interfaceUICC interface Supported chip cards: UICC/SIM/USIM 3V, 1.8VAudio 1 digital interface (PCM)RING0 Signal line to indicate incoming calls and other types of URCsPower on/off, ResetPower on/off Switch-on by hardware signal IGTSwitch-off by AT command (AT^SMSO) or IGTAutomatic switch-off in case of critical temperature or voltage conditionsReset Orderly shutdown and reset by AT commandFeature Implementation
Cinterion® ALS6A-E Hardware Interface Overview2.1 Key Features at a Glance18ALS6A-E_HIO_H_v01.270a 2015-03-10Confidential / ReleasedPage 17 of 36Emergency-off Emergency-off by hardware signal EMERG_OFF if IGT is not activeSpecial FeaturesAntenna SAIC (Single Antenna Interference Cancellation) / DARP (Downlink Advanced Receiver Performance)Rx Diversity (receiver type 3i - 64-QAM) / MIMOGPIO 10 I/O pins of the application interface programmable as GPIO.Programming is done via AT commands.GPIOs can be configured for antenna diagnosis.ADC inputs Analog-to-Digital Converter with two unbalanced analog inputs for (exter-nal) antenna diagnosis.Evaluation kitEvaluation module ALS6A-E module soldered onto a dedicated PCB that can be connected to an adapter in order to be mounted onto the DSB75.DSB75 DSB75 Development Support Board designed to test and type approve Gemalto M2M modules and provide a sample configuration for applica-tion engineering. A special adapter is required to connect the ALS6A-E evaluation module to the DSB75.Feature Implementation
Cinterion® ALS6A-E Hardware Interface Overview2.2 ALS6A-E System Overview18ALS6A-E_HIO_H_v01.270a 2015-03-10Confidential / ReleasedPage 18 of 362.2 ALS6A-E System OverviewFigure 1: ALS6A-E system overviewGPIO ADC UICC Powersupply IGT,Emergency OffSIMcardHost application On/OffModuleApplicationPower indication(PWR_IND)GSM/UMTS/LTEPower for application(VEXT)USBGSM/UMTS/LTE Antenna diversity12Antenna diagnosticAntenna switch2x GPIO 2x ADCPCMAudio codec
Cinterion® ALS6A-E Hardware Interface Overview3 Application Interface25ALS6A-E_HIO_H_v01.270a 2015-03-10Confidential / ReleasedPage 19 of 363 Application InterfaceALS6A-E is equipped with an SMT application interface (LGA pads) that connects to the exter-nal application. The host interface incorporates several sub-interfaces described in the follow-ing sections:• Operating modes - see Section 3.1• Power supply - see Section 3.2• Serial interface USB - see Section 3.3• UICC/SIM/USIM interface - see Section 3.4• Digital audio interface - see Section 3.5• ADC interface - Section 3.6• GPIO interface - Section 3.7
Cinterion® ALS6A-E Hardware Interface Overview3.1 Operating Modes25ALS6A-E_HIO_H_v01.270a 2015-03-10Confidential / ReleasedPage 20 of 363.1 Operating ModesThe table below briefly summarizes the various operating modes referred to in the following chapters.Table 7: Overview of operating modesMode FunctionNormal operation GSM / GPRS / UMTS / HSPA /LTE SLEEPPower saving set automatically when no call is in progress and the USB connection is detached. GSM / GPRS / UMTS / HSPA / LTE IDLEPower saving disabled or an USB connection active, but no data trans-fer in progress.GPRS DATA GPRS data transfer in progress. Power consumption depends on net-work settings (e.g. power control level), uplink / downlink data rates and GPRS configuration (e.g. used multislot settings).EGPRS DATA EGPRS data transfer in progress. Power consumption depends on net-work settings (e.g. power control level), uplink / downlink data rates and EGPRS configuration (e.g. used multislot settings).UMTS DATA UMTS data transfer in progress. Power consumption depends on net-work settings (e.g. TPC Pattern) and data transfer rate.HSPA DATA HSPA data transfer in progress. Power consumption depends on net-work settings (e.g. TPC Pattern) and data transfer rate.LTE DATA LTE data transfer in progress. Power consumption depends on network settings (e.g. TPC Pattern) and data transfer rate.Power Down Normal shutdown after sending the AT^SMSO command. Software is not active. Interfaces are not accessible. Operating voltage (connected to BATT+) remains applied.Airplane mode Airplane mode shuts down the radio part of the module, causes the module to log off from the GSM/GPRS network and disables all AT commands whose execution requires a radio connection.Airplane mode can be controlled by AT command (see [1]).
Cinterion® ALS6A-E Hardware Interface Overview3.2 Power Supply25ALS6A-E_HIO_H_v01.270a 2015-03-10Confidential / ReleasedPage 21 of 363.2 Power SupplyALS6A-E needs to be connected to a power supply at the SMT application interface - 4 lines BATT+, and GND. There are two separate voltage domains for BATT+:• BATT+_RF with 2 lines for the RF power amplifier supply • BATT+ with 2 lines for the general power management. The main power supply from an external application has to be a single voltage source and has to be expanded to two sub paths (star structure). The power supply of ALS6A-E must be able to provide the peak current during the uplink transmission. All key functions for supplying power to the device are handled by the power management IC. It provides the following features:• Stabilizes the supply voltages for the baseband using switching regulators and low drop lin-ear voltage regulators.• Switches the module's power voltages for the power-up and -down procedures.• Delivers, across the VEXT line, a regulated voltage for an external application.• LDO to provide SIM power supply.
Cinterion® ALS6A-E Hardware Interface Overview3.3 USB Interface25ALS6A-E_HIO_H_v01.270a 2015-03-10Confidential / ReleasedPage 22 of 363.3 USB InterfaceALS6A-E supports a USB 2.0 High Speed (480Mbps) device interface. The USB interface is primarily intended for use as command and data interface and for downloading firmware. The USB host is responsible for supplying the VUSB_IN line. This line is for voltage detection only. The USB part (driver and transceiver) is supplied by means of BATT+. This is because ALS6A-E is designed as a self-powered device compliant with the “Universal Serial Bus Spec-ification Revision 2.0”1.Figure 2: USB circuitTo properly connect the module's USB interface to the external application, a USB 2.0 compat-ible connector and cable or hardware design is required. Furthermore, the USB modem driver distributed with ALS6A-E needs to be installed.While a USB connection is active, the module will never switch into SLEEP mode. Only if the USB interface is in Detached state (i.e., VUSB_IN = 0) the module is able to switch into SLEEP mode thereby saving power. In this case the RING0 line can be employed to wake up the ex-ternal application when events signalized by URCs are detected (incl. incoming SMS). Every wakeup event will force a new USB enumeration. Therefore, the external application has to carefully consider the enumeration timings to avoid loosing any signalled events. 1. The specification is ready for download on http://www.usb.org/developers/docs/DPDNVREG (3V075)BATT+USB_DP3)lin. reg. GNDModuleDetection only VUSB_IN2)USB part1)1) All serial (including RS) and pull-up resistors for data lines are implemented.USB_DN3)3) If the USB interface is operated in High Speed mode (480MHz), it is recommended to take special care routing the data lines USB_DP and USB_DN. Application layout should in this case implement a differential impedance of 90 ohms for proper signal integrity.RSRSVBUS 1µF2) Since VUSB_IN is used for detection only it is recommended not to add any further blocking capacitors on the VUSB_IN line.Host wakeup RING0SMT
Cinterion® ALS6A-E Hardware Interface Overview3.4 UICC/SIM/USIM Interface25ALS6A-E_HIO_H_v01.270a 2015-03-10Confidential / ReleasedPage 23 of 363.4 UICC/SIM/USIM InterfaceALS6A-E has an integrated UICC/SIM/USIM interface compatible with the 3GPP 31.102 and ETSI 102 221. This is wired to the host interface in order to be connected to an external SIM card holder. Five pads on the SMT application interface are reserved for the SIM interface. The UICC/SIM/USIM interface supports 3V and 1.8V SIM cards. The CCIN signal serves to detect whether a tray (with SIM card) is present in the card holder. Using the CCIN signal is mandatory for compliance with the GSM 11.11 recommendation if the mechanical design of the host application allows the user to remove the SIM card during oper-ation. To take advantage of this feature, an appropriate SIM card detect switch is required on the card holder. For example, this is true for the model supplied by Molex, which has been test-ed to operate with ALS6A-E and is part of the Gemalto M2M reference equipment submitted for type approval. See Chapter 8 for Molex ordering numbers.Note: No guarantee can be given, nor any liability accepted, if loss of data is encountered after removing the SIM card during operation. Also, no guarantee can be given for properly initializ-ing any SIM card that the user inserts after having removed the SIM card during operation. In this case, the application must restart ALS6A-E.Table 8: Signals of the SIM interface (SMT application interface)Signal DescriptionGND Ground connection for SIM. Optionally a separate SIM ground line using e.g., pad N11 may be used to improve EMC.CCCLK Chipcard clockCCVCC SIM supply voltage.CCIO Serial data line, input and output.CCRST Chipcard resetCCIN Input on the baseband processor for detecting a SIM card tray in the holder. If the SIM is removed during operation the SIM interface is shut down immediately to prevent destruc-tion of the SIM. The CCIN signal is active low.The CCIN signal is mandatory for applications that allow the user to remove the SIM card during operation. The CCIN signal is solely intended for use with a SIM card. It must not be used for any other purposes. Failure to comply with this requirement may invalidate the type approval of ALS6A-E.
Cinterion® ALS6A-E Hardware Interface Overview3.4 UICC/SIM/USIM Interface25ALS6A-E_HIO_H_v01.270a 2015-03-10Confidential / ReleasedPage 24 of 36Figure 3: UICC/SIM/USIM interfaceThe total cable length between the SMT application interface pads on ALS6A-E and the pads of the external SIM card holder must not exceed 100mm in order to meet the specifications of 3GPP TS 51.010-1 and to satisfy the requirements of EMC compliance.To avoid possible cross-talk from the CCCLK signal to the CCIO signal be careful that both lines are not placed closely next to each other. A useful approach is using the GND line to shield the CCIO line from the CCCLK line.Moduleopen: Card removedclosed: Card insertedCCRSTCCVCCCCIOCCCLKCCINSIM /UICC1n220nSMT application interfaceGND
Cinterion® ALS6A-E Hardware Interface Overview3.5 Pulse Code Modulation Interface (PCM)25ALS6A-E_HIO_H_v01.270a 2015-03-10Confidential / ReleasedPage 25 of 363.5 Pulse Code Modulation Interface (PCM)ALS6A-E's PCM interface can be used to connect audio devices capable of pulse code modu-lation. The PCM functionality is limited to the use of wideband codecs with 16kHz sample rate only.3.6 Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC)ALS6A-E provides two unbalanced ADC input lines: ADC1_IN and ADC2_IN. They can be used to measure two independent, externally connected DC voltages in the range of 0.3V to 3.075V. They can also be used for antenna diagnosing.3.7 GPIO InterfaceALS6A-E has 10 GPIOs for external hardware devices. Each GPIO can be configured for use as input or output. All settings are AT command controlled.
Cinterion® ALS6A-E Hardware Interface Overview4 Antenna Interfaces27ALS6A-E_HIO_H_v01.270a 2015-03-10Confidential / ReleasedPage 26 of 364 Antenna Interfaces4.1 GSM/UMTS/LTE Antenna InterfaceThe ALS6A-E GSM/UMTS/LTE antenna interface comprises a GSM/UMTS/LTE main antenna as well as a UMTS/LTE Rx diversity/MIMO antenna to improve signal reliability and quality1. The interface has an impedance of 50. ALS6A-E is capable of sustaining a total mismatch at the antenna interface without any damage, even when transmitting at maximum RF power.The external antennas must be matched properly to achieve best performance regarding radi-ated power, modulation accuracy and harmonic suppression. Matching networks are not in-cluded on the ALS6A-E PCB and should be placed in the host application, if the antenna does not have an impedance of 50.Regarding the return loss ALS6A-E provides the following values in the active band:1. By delivery default the UMTS/LTE Rx diversity/MIMO antenna is configured as available for the modulesince its usage is mandatory for LTE. Please refer to [1] for details on how to configure antenna settings. Table 9: Return loss in the active bandState of module Return loss of module Recommended return loss of applicationReceive > 8dB > 12dBTransmit not applicable > 12dBIdle < 5dB not applicable
Cinterion® ALS6A-E Hardware Interface Overview4.1 GSM/UMTS/LTE Antenna Interface27ALS6A-E_HIO_H_v01.270a 2015-03-10Confidential / ReleasedPage 27 of 364.1.1 Antenna InstallationThe antenna is connected by soldering the antenna pads (ANT_MAIN; ANT_DRX_MIMO) andtheir neighboring ground pads directly to the application’s PCB.The distance between the antenna pads and their neighboring GND pads has been optimizedfor best possible impedance. To prevent mismatch, special attention should be paid to thesepads on the application’ PCB.The wiring of the antenna connection, starting from the antenna pad to the application’s anten-na should result in a 50 line impedance. Line width and distance to the GND plane need tobe optimized with regard to the PCB’s layer stack. To prevent receiver desensitization due to interferences generated by fast transients like highspeed clocks on the external application PCB, it is recommended to realize the antenna con-nection line using embedded Stripline rather than Micro-Stripline technology. For type approval purposes, the use of a 50 coaxial antenna connector (U.FL-R-SMT) mightbe necessary. In this case the U.FL-R-SMT connector should be placed as close as possibleto ALS6A-E‘s antenna pad.
Cinterion® ALS6A-E Hardware Interface Overview5 Mechanics, Mounting and Packaging29ALS6A-E_HIO_H_v01.270a 2015-03-10Confidential / ReleasedPage 28 of 365 Mechanics, Mounting and Packaging5.1 Mechanical Dimensions of ALS6A-EFigure 4 shows a 3D view1 of ALS6A-E and provides an overview of the board's mechanical dimensions. For further details see Figure 5. Length: 33mmWidth: 29mmHeight: 2.2mmFigure 4: ALS6A-E – top and bottom view1. The coloring of the 3D view does not reflect the module’s real color.Top viewBottom view
Cinterion® ALS6A-E Hardware Interface Overview5.1 Mechanical Dimensions of ALS6A-E29ALS6A-E_HIO_H_v01.270a 2015-03-10Confidential / ReleasedPage 29 of 36Figure 5: Dimensions of ALS6A-E (all dimensions in mm)Internal use; Not to be soldered
Cinterion® ALS6A-E Hardware Interface Overview6 Sample Application31ALS6A-E_HIO_H_v01.270a 2015-03-10Confidential / ReleasedPage 30 of 366 Sample ApplicationFigure 6 shows a typical example of how to integrate an ALS6A-E module with an application. The PWR_IND line is an open collector that needs an external pull-up resistor which connects to the voltage supply VCC µC of the microcontroller. Low state of the open collector pulls the PWR_IND signal low and indicates that the ALS6A-E module is active, high level notifies the Power Down mode. If the module is in Power Down mode avoid current flowing from any other source into the mod-ule circuit, for example reverse current from high state external control lines. Therefore, the controlling application must be designed to prevent reverse flow.While developing SMT applications it is strongly recommended to provide test pointsfor certain signals, i.e., lines to and from the module - for debug and/or test purposes.The SMT application should allow for an easy access to these signals. For details onhow to implement test points see [3].The EMC measures are best practice recommendations. In fact, an adequate EMC strategy for an individual application is very much determined by the overall layout and, especially, the po-sition of components. Some LGA pads are connected to clocks or high speed data streams that might interfere with the module’s antenna. The RF receiver would then be blocked at certain frequencies (self in-terference). The external application’s PCB tracks connected to these pads should therefore be well shielded or kept away from the antenna. This applies especially to the USB and UICC/SIM interfaces.Disclaimer:No warranty, either stated or implied, is provided on the sample schematic diagram shown in Figure 6 and the information detailed in this section. As functionality and compliance with na-tional regulations depend to a great amount on the used electronic components and the indi-vidual application layout manufacturers are required to ensure adequate design and operating safeguards for their products using ALS6A-E modules.
Cinterion® ALS6A-E Hardware Interface Overview6 Sample Application31ALS6A-E_HIO_H_v01.270a 2015-03-10Confidential / ReleasedPage 31 of 36Figure 6: ALS6A-E sample applicationALS6A
Cinterion® ALS6A-E Hardware Interface Overview7 Reference Approval33ALS6A-E_HIO_H_v01.270a 2015-03-10Confidential / ReleasedPage 32 of 367 Reference Approval7.1 Reference Equipment for Type ApprovalThe Gemalto M2M reference setup submitted to type approve ALS6A-E is shown in Figure 7. The module (i.e., the evaluation module) is connected to the DSB75 by means of a flex cable and a special DSB75 adapter. The GSM/UMTS/LTE test equipment is connected via edge mount SMA connectors soldered to the module’s antenna pads.For ESD tests and evaluation purposes, it is also possible connect the module to the GSM/UMTS/LTE test equipment through an SMA-to-Hirose-U.FL antenna cable and the SMA anten-na connectors of the DSB75 adapter. A further option is to mount the evaluation module directly onto the DSB75 adapter’s 80-pin board-to-board connector and to connect the test equipment as shown below.Figure 7: Reference equipment for type approvalDSB75Standard80 polig FlexPCGSM/UMTS/LTEtest equipmentGSM/UMTS/LTEUSBcablePowersupplyPowerGNDUSBANT3ANT2ANT1AudioUranusAudioDSB75 adapterSIM cardholderALS6AevaluationmoduleEdge mount SMA connectorsmanually soldered to antenna padsDetail:SMA to Hirose U.FL cableUMTS/LTE Rx Diversity/MIMOALS6Aevaluationmodule
Cinterion® ALS6A-E Hardware Interface Overview7.2 Compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations33ALS6A-E_HIO_H_v01.270a 2015-03-10Confidential / ReleasedPage 33 of 367.2 Compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations The Equipment Authorization Certification for the Gemalto M2M modules reference application described in Section 7.1 will be registered under the following identifiers:•ALS6A-E:FCC Identifier QIPALS6A-EGranted to Gemalto M2M GmbHManufacturers of mobile or fixed devices incorporating ALS6A-E modules are authorized to use the FCC Grants of the ALS6A-E modules for their own final products according to the con-ditions referenced in these documents. In this case, the FCC label of the module shall be visible from the outside, or the host device shall bear a second label stating "Contains FCC ID: QIPALS6A-E". The integration is limited to fixed or mobile categorised host devices, where a separation distance between the antenna and any person of min. 20cm can be assured during normal operating conditions. For mobile and fixed operation configurations the antenna gain, including cable loss, must not exceed the limits 9.51 dBi (2600MHz).IMPORTANT:Manufacturers of portable applications incorporating ALS6A-E modules are required to have their final product certified and apply for their own FCC Grant related to the specific portable mobile. This is mandatory to meet the SAR requirements for portable mobiles (see Section 1.4.1 for detail).Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiveris connected.• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Cinterion® ALS6A-E Hardware Interface Overview8 Appendix35ALS6A-E_HIO_H_v01.270a 2015-03-10Confidential / ReleasedPage 34 of 368 Appendix8.1 List of Parts and AccessoriesTable 10: List of parts and accessoriesDescription Supplier Ordering informationALS6A-E Gemalto M2M Standard module Gemalto M2M IMEI:Packaging unit (ordering) number: L30960-N3140-A100Module label number: S30960-S3140-A100-1DSB75 Support Box Gemalto M2M Ordering number: L36880-N8811-A100DSB75 adapter for mount-ing the evaluation module Gemalto M2M Ordering number: L30960-N2301-A100Votronic handset for approval purposes Votronic / Gemalto M2M Gemalto M2M ordering number: L36880-N8301-A107Votronic ordering number: HH-SI-30.3/V1.1/0Votronic Entwicklungs- und Produktionsgesellschaft für elek-tronische Geräte mbHSaarbrücker Str. 866386 St. IngbertGermanyPhone: +49-(0)6 89 4 / 92 55-0Fax: +49-(0)6 89 4 / 92 55-88Email: contact@votronic.comSIM card holder incl. push button ejector and slide-in trayMolex Ordering numbers: 91228 91236Sales contacts are listed in Table 11.U.FL antenna connector Hirose or Molex Sales contacts are listed in Table 11 and Table 12.
Cinterion® ALS6A-E Hardware Interface Overview8.1 List of Parts and Accessories35ALS6A-E_HIO_H_v01.270a 2015-03-10Confidential / ReleasedPage 35 of 36Table 11: Molex sales contacts (subject to change)MolexFor further information please click:http://www.molex.comMolex Deutschland GmbHOtto-Hahn-Str. 1b69190 WalldorfGermanyPhone: +49-6227-3091-0Fax: +49-6227-3091-8100Email: mxgermany@molex.comAmerican HeadquartersLisle, Illinois 60532U.S.A.Phone: +1-800-78MOLEXFax: +1-630-969-1352Molex China DistributorsBeijing, Room 1311, Tower B, COFCO PlazaNo. 8, Jian Guo Men Nei Street, 100005BeijingP.R. ChinaPhone: +86-10-6526-9628 Fax: +86-10-6526-9730Molex Singapore Pte. Ltd.110, International RoadJurong Town, Singapore 629174Phone: +65-6-268-6868Fax: +65-6-265-6044Molex Japan Co. Ltd.1-5-4 Fukami-Higashi,Yamato-City,Kanagawa, 242-8585 JapanPhone: +81-46-265-2325Fax: +81-46-265-2365Table 12: Hirose sales contacts (subject to change)Hirose Ltd.For further information please click: http://www.hirose.comHirose Electric (U.S.A.) Inc2688 Westhills CourtSimi Valley, CA 93065U.S.A.Phone: +1-805-522-7958Fax: +1-805-522-3217Hirose Electric Europe B.V.German Branch:Herzog-Carl-Strasse 473760 OstfildernGermany Phone: +49-711-456002-1Fax: +49-711-456002-299Email: info@hirose.deHirose Electric Europe B.V.UK Branch:First Floor, St. Andrews House,Caldecotte Lake Business Park,Milton Keynes MK7 8LEGreat BritainPhone: +44-1908-369060Fax: +44-1908-369078Hirose Electric Co., Ltd.5-23, Osaki 5 Chome, Shinagawa-KuTokyo 141JapanPhone: +81-03-3491-9741Fax: +81-03-3493-2933Hirose Electric Europe B.V. Hogehillweg 81101 CC Amsterdam Z-ONetherlandsPhone: +31-20-6557-460Fax: +31-20-6557-469
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